Using texts to break the ice is easy and can help you avoid embarrassing situations, because you have time to carefully think of things to say. Send the guy an initial text message. This text message can be as simple as saying hello, or a smiley face. To type a smiley face simply use a colon and parentheses together.

How do you break the ice when you first meet someone?

The Best Ways to Break the Ice and Get to Know Someone on the First DateKeep It Short and Sweet.Meet Somewhere Comfortable for Both of You.Ask Them for a Very Small Favor.Be the First to Share Something About Yourself.Ask the Right Kinds of Questions.Oct 12, 2015

What is used to break ice?

An icebreaker is a special-purpose ship or boat designed to move and navigate through ice-covered waters, and provide safe waterways for other boats and ships. Icebreakers clear paths by pushing straight into frozen-over water or pack ice.